Shrimp Cakes with Avocado Crema

Steps

• 1

  Coarsely chop half of the shrimp; reserve. In food processor, place remaining half of the shrimp; process to a coarse puree. Add egg, 2 tablespoons of cilantro and the garlic; process until smooth. Sprinkle mixture with bread crumbs; pulse to combine. Transfer mixture to medium bowl. Add reserved coarsely chopped shrimp, 1/2 cup of the red bell pepper and the green onions. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper; mix well. Refrigerate 15 minutes.
• 2

  Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mash avocado with fork; add whipping cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir to completely blend into chunky consistency. Cover tightly; refrigerate until ready to use.
• 3

  Form shrimp mixture into 16 patties (about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and about 1/2 inch thick); set aside. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Working in batches, cook patties 2 to 3 minutes on each side, turning once, until patties are golden brown and shrimp pieces are pink. Drain on paper towel-lined plate. Serve warm with a spoonful of avocado mixture, and garnish with remaining 1/4 cup red bell pepper.